We have a camping trip coming up and I'm diligently trying to save my calories (AKA points plus) up for the fun-filled gorge fest. Yes - I usually eat and drink lots of calories when i'm camping, it's just part of the fun. And liquid calories are really my favorite things in the world so I'll have to purposely pace myself to I don't skip meals in favor of beverages. Not healthy!
In order to accomplish these goals, I'm going to pack lots of healthy snacks including fruits and veggies to nosh on. I'll go sparingly with hummus and guacamole but those will satisfy with some healthy fat to round things out. Meals won't be much different than what I have here at home - and each meal will be carefully planned out.
Drinks are another thing.....it's hard to cut corners and have tasty alcoholic beverages. I have found a few ideas though that keep the points count down to a minimum.
I have been enjoying Skinnygirl cocktails. My favorite is the Margarita but I admit that I add a squeeze of fresh lime and a few drops of liquid stevia (NuNaturals - the BEST!) and it really makes a difference for me. A splash of Gran Marnier would be good too but would add to the points count of 4+ for 4 ounces. I've also tried the White Cranberry Cosmo with the same point count. Tasty and not requiring any doctoring up. I also love champagne and wine (both 5 oz = 4+ points). Mimosa's anyone?? I am a Bloody Mary fan as well and they have the same point count as wine.
Most importantly, I am budgeting and saving points so that I can splurge and happily the point count will reset on Sunday, in the middle of trip which will help a little too. We will also be going on two hikes and that will even add to my bank account reserve so I can have a few extra beverages.
I'd love more ideas on low budget beverages and snacks fit for a camping trip....what do you eat and drink?
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